Carfax report does not show Vanos Fixes or Clutch fixes. Only shows regular service and some miscellaneous items. I have a buddy at the local BMW dealership and I'm trying to get him to check the history but I've been unable to reach him.. I know the vanos fixes are a pain..
I'm hoping I can hook up with a body guy to make sure the repairs were done properly..
I'm leaning more towards the Car #1..
Here is the history on car #1
1.
This sedan has had 2 owners and was owned in Tennessee. The first title for this sedan was reported to CARFAX by a Tennessee DMV in 1999.
2. It was involved in an accident in Tennessee that was reported to the police. Its airbag(s) deployed. It was most likely involved in a front or side collision. <table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="1" width="100%"> <tbody><tr bgcolor="#ffffff"><td width="40%">
Accident Report Date:</td><td width="30%">
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Detail:</td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#f5f5f5"> <td valign="top" width="40%">
05/27/2003</td><td valign="top" width="30%">
Tennessee Police Report </td><td valign="top" width="30%">
Accident Reported
in Shelby County
involving rear impact
with another motor vehicle
Airbag deployed
Minor to Moderate Damage Reported</td></tr></tbody> </table>
3. It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
4. It was not reported by a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
5. Again, no evidence of Vanos issues, just service and other basic stuff..
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Vehicle exported from
Guam
and imported to
Charleston, SC
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11/26/1999 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Tennessee
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Germantown, TN
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Registered as
personal vehicle
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11/29/1999 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
1,281 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
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Vehicle serviced
Engine serviced
Miscellaneous service performed
Lubed oil and filter changed
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02/15/2000 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
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Vehicle serviced
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07/13/2001 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
10,057 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
Lubed oil and filter changed
Miscellaneous service performed
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08/19/2002 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
18,557 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
Miscellaneous service performed
Air conditioning serviced
Engine serviced
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11/11/2002 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
20,891 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
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05/26/2003 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
25,957 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
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05/27/2003 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Tennessee
Police Report
Case #08295612
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Accident Reported
in Shelby County
involving rear impact
with another motor vehicle
Airbag deployed
Minor to Moderate Damage Reported
CARFAX Airbag Tips </td> </tr> <tr bgcolor="#f5f5f5"> <td colspan="4">
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09/17/2003 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
26,003 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
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10/30/2003 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
26,065 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
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02/20/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
</td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Vehicle serviced
Engine serviced
Miscellaneous service performed
Lubed oil and filter changed
State inspection completed
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02/26/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Plan Co.
Saint Louis, MO
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Service Contract Issued
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03/04/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Plan Co.
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Vehicle serviced
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03/31/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Auto Auction
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Sold at auction
in Missouri
Listed as
a dealer vehicle
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04/02/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Service Facility
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Vehicle serviced
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04/12/2004 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%">
26,668 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Tennessee
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Counce, TN
Title #69505347
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Title issued or updated
New owner reported
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02/11/2005 </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="25%"> </td> <td align="left" valign="top" width="30%">
Dealer Inventory
Missouri
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Vehicle sold
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I can't get the accdient report online from state of TN.. (To determine extent of damage) Seems they are the only state without online reports..
Any input?
Richard in NC said:
Do either of the car histories show Vanos fixes, clutch fixes, or oil consumption issues? The 2000 models likely would have a Vanos fix and if not could be a costly repair down the road. Do a search for details on this. Clutch and oil issues would indicate how well and how hard a car was driven. I would lean to car #1 but would have a certified body show check the car over real good to make sure the accident damage was properly repaired.